Mariscos San Juan de los lagos - Los Angeles

Mariscos San Juan de Los Lagos has revolutionized the classic taco de camarón by topping their crispy shrimp tacos with chopped aguachile (red or green) and a drizzle of crema, creating an innovative fusion that sets them apart from traditional mariscos trucks. Operating since 2014, this low-key truck on Whittier Boulevard has earned a loyal following for their authentic San Juan de Los Lagos-style preparation methods that blend traditional tostada de ceviche techniques with L.A.’s famous crispy shrimp taco. The golden brown, crispy shrimp tacos feature a texture “somewhere between addictively crunchy and comfortingly soggy” with generous amounts of chopped shrimp varying by luck of the day. The addition of crema to the aguachile performs the same function as mayonnaise in Sinaloan ceviches, tempering the heat while adding richness to create a unique L.A. interpretation. Pablo and his mother operate the main truck Wednesday to Monday from 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM, serving what many consider among the most innovative seafood tacos in East L.A.